Postgraduate Courses
ISOM
Information Systems, Business Statistics and Operations Management
- ISOM 5020Information and Technology Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 502, ISMT 502Exclusion(s)IMBA 5120, ISOM 5100DescriptionA general manager's perspective on the strategic roles of information and technology in companies, overview of enabling technologies, how information systems are developed and managed, and how to make technology management decisions.
- ISOM 5030Business Simulation and Strategic Decisions[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 503, ISMT 610XExclusion(s)ISOM 5420DescriptionBusiness simulation software combined with case study discussions provide an exciting learning environment for examining strategic decisions in business, with a primary focus on high-tech industries. Explore and practice strategic decision making in a hands on, active learning process. This course emphasizes group learning and competition in interactive online and classroom contexts.
- ISOM 5050Business Essentials for IT Professionals[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 505, ISOM 611ADescriptionThis course provides an introduction to essential business ideas and concepts to enable technical professionals to more effectively communicate in language and systems design terms with business executives in all areas of a modern business organization.
- ISOM 5100Information Strategy and Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 510, ISMT 510Exclusion(s)ISOM 5020DescriptionExamination of economic principles of information systems strategy, highlighting application of economics and management principles to the unique environment of information services and information-enabled competition.
- ISOM 5130Outsourcing Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 611BDescriptionThis course examines the phenomenon of business process outsourcing that are enabled by technological innovations. Topics include the benefits and risks of outsourcing, management challenges associated with outsourcing, effective vendor management, and techniques for managing outsourcing activities and risks.
- ISOM 5150Strategic Information Infrastructure[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 515, ISMT 515DescriptionThis course reviews the business, technical, and socio-economic transformation of the strategic information infrastructure in today's competitive business environment. Key issues addressed include digital convergence, disruptive technology, mobile multimedia services, next generation information infrastructure, network-based business strategies, service adoption, and universal service. It is suitable for students with different backgrounds, and no previous knowledge on information infrastructure is required.
- ISOM 5180Applied Network Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 518, ISMT 518DescriptionIn an interconnected economy, the management of network applications becomes increasingly important. This course provides an overview of the basic networking management principles and concepts. Both theoretical knowledge and practical training in applications of network management (e.g. Cisco) are included.
- ISOM 5200Innovation and Intellectual Property Law[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 520, ISMT 520DescriptionThis course addresses legal issues from a managerial perspective related to business process innovations, patent law, copyright law, and trademark laws. Topics related to international issues and challenges arising from new business models and innovative processes, including but not limited to discussions of legal issues associated with electronic commerce and internationally integrated supply-chain logistics processes. No legal training or background is required.
- ISOM 5230Consumer Privacy Management in the Information Economy[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 610ADescriptionThis course provides an overview of information privacy and management in the information economy. It covers the fundamental concepts and dimensions of privacy; the impact of Internet marketing, customer relationship management, Web personalization, and data mining on consumer privacy; privacy enhancing technologies; and regulation of business practices.
- ISOM 5250Business Modeling with VBA[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 6000A, ISOM 611CDescriptionThis course introduces students to business application modeling using Visual Basic Applications (VBA) in Excel. Students will learn to develop applications in different business areas, including finance, marketing, technology operations, etc. Essential features of VBA needed for application development will be introduced as part of the course and hence no prior experience with VBA is needed. Emphasis is on extensive hands-on problem solving.
- ISOM 5260Fundamentals of Database Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 526, ISMT 526DescriptionIntroduction to database management systems with emphasis on business applications. Technical and administrative considerations in database implementation. Students implement a business system using a commercial-off-the-shelf software package.
- ISOM 5270Big Data Analytics[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 527, ISMT 527DescriptionData plays an increasingly important role in business decision making. This course introduces the key concepts and applications of business analytics in the world of Big Data. Example business problems to be solved analytically include customer relationship management, financial trading, social media marketing, search engine strategy, etc. Hands-on experience with popular data analytical tools will be included.
- ISOM 5280Computer and Internet Security Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 528, ISMT 528DescriptionIn-depth study of information systems security in business organizations. Basic principles and functions of secure systems reviewed; management policy, plans and programs discussed.
- ISOM 5290Information Systems Development Methodologies[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 529, ISMT 529DescriptionThis course provides an overview of the principles of information systems (IS) development methodologies. Topics include process modeling, object-oriented modeling, data flow diagramming, use case modeling, UML, and management issues in IS development.
- ISOM 5300Information Infrastructure Policy and Regulation[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 530, ISMT 530DescriptionThe information infrastructure is a strategic component of the modern business environment. This course provides an overview of the global evolution of policy and regulatory issues of the information infrastructure, and how they impact the business strategies of firms. Topics include fundamental concepts underlying policy and regulation of the information infrastructure, including spamming and privacy regulations, network interconnection, Internet governance, regulatory environment of mobile multimedia services, privatization of infrastructure assets, foreign direct investment and the impact of WTO's agreement on a country's information infrastructure.
- ISOM 5320Electronic Commerce and Web Analytics[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 532, ISMT 532DescriptionThis course offers essential knowledge and tools for managers of e-business. Topics include e-commerce models, web analytics, Internet marketing, Internet pricing and strategy, web-based personalization, online-intermediaries, etc.
- ISOM 5360Information Systems Auditing[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 536DescriptionThis course introduces the fundamental concepts of information systems (IS) auditing. Topics include IS control and assurance, COBIT, business continuity planning, protection of information assets, auditing the network infrastructure, physical access exposures and controls, and disaster recovery management.
- ISOM 5370Technology and Innovation Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 537, ISMT 537, ISMT 610RDescriptionTechnology and innovation management (TIM) plays an important role in enhancing the competitiveness of firms, industries, and even nations. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to TIM from strategic perspectives and addresses key issues such as technology and innovation decision making, open innovation system, lead user innovation, intellectual property portfolio management, and national innovation system. Specifically, it will highlight how technology can facilitate corporate innovation. Students will obtain basic skills in formulating TIM-based competitive strategies.
- ISOM 5380Information Systems Assurance and Forensic Investigation[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 6000B, ISOM 611DDescriptionThis course addresses information systems assurance from both managerial and technical perspectives. It introduces a framework for governing corporate systems and assuring that IT risks are properly managed. Students will learn how to define, identify and classify system vulnerabilities; how a vulnerability analysis can help assure proper system operation and enhance system robustness; how hackers penetrate/attack corporate systems; and how forensic investigation can help uncover digital evidence.
- ISOM 5390Digital and Social Media Strategy[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 6000DDescriptionThis course examines how firms can use digital marketing and social media to reach, acquire, and engage customers. Topics include search and display ads, viral marketing analytics, online word-of-mouth, social data, and mobile ads and apps, etc.
- ISOM 5400Information Systems Research Methodologies[4-0-0:4]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 540, ISMT 540DescriptionIntroductory core course for MPhil and PhD students majoring or minoring in information systems; overview of the conduct of research in the information systems field. Advanced master degree students may register with the approval of the instructor.
- ISOM 5420Integrated Business Simulation and Strategy[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 542, SBMT 542Exclusion(s)ISOM 5030DescriptionStudents compete in operating and managing a virtual business as teams using the CapStone Business Simulation software that has been adopted by more than 500 business schools and universities worldwide. This team-based competition using business simulation tools provide an active-learning, hands-on business management experience integrating strategy, finance, marketing, accounting, human resources training and operations management perspectives for operating a complete business enterprise.
- ISOM 5450Technology Consulting[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 6000CDescriptionThis course is designed for students from different professions to become skilled in using consulting tools to analyze issues, evaluate solutions from multiple dimensions of people, process, technology and governance, and then use a framework for IT strategy recommendations for effective communication. Students will learn how to apply these technology consulting tools to the latest technology trends, such as big data, e-commerce, e-recruitment, security, etc. facing today's businesses.
- ISOM 5460Project Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 546, ISMT 546Exclusion(s)ISOM 5770, MIMT 5350DescriptionThis course covers the essential project management skills to ensure successful implementation of high-technology projects. Topics include investment decisions, resource planning, budgeting, scheduling, outsourcing, and risk assessment and control, as major components of the PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge).
- ISOM 5480Technology Entrepreneurship[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 550, ISMT 610YDescriptionThis course introduces the principles of technology entrepreneurship. It provides an overview of the theory and best practices on developing innovative business models of the digital economy, and the strategy, structure and pricing related to new enterprises. Topics include technology entrepreneurship, e-marketing, web 2.0 and enterprise 2.0, information in financial market, globalization, and the long tail.
- ISOM 5510Data Analysis[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 551, ISMT 551Exclusion(s)IMBA 5100, ISOM 5520DescriptionCovers various discrete and continuous probability models and their applications in business problems, estimation and testing of hypotheses, simple and multiple linear regression analysis. This is a core course for MBA.
- ISOM 5520Statistics for Financial Analysis[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 552, ISMT 552Exclusion(s)ISOM 5510DescriptionApplication of various statistical concepts to investment and financial decisions including descriptive statistics, discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling and estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression.
- ISOM 5530Multivariate Data Analysis[3-1-0:4]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 553, ISMT 553DescriptionMultivariate normal distribution, comparison of mean vectors, principal components, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, and clustering.
- ISOM 5540Introduction to Probability[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 581, ISMT 581Exclusion(s)MATH 2421BackgroundCalculus and some knowledge of linear algebra.DescriptionAxioms of probability, conditional probability and independence, permutations and combinations, density and distribution functions, examples of random variables, independence of random variables, transformations of random variables, order statistics, expected value, variance, higher moments; Chebychev's inequality, convergence concepts, moment generating functions, central limit theorem. Graded P or F.
- ISOM 5550Statistical Methods for Business and Economics I[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 582, ISMT 582Exclusion(s)MATH 5431BackgroundCalculus and some knowledge of linear algebraDescriptionProperties of a random sample, sufficient statistics. Point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing, optimality of estimators and tests, linear regression and analysis of variance.
- ISOM 5560Statistical Methods for Business and Economics II[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 583, ISMT 583Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5550Exclusion(s)ISOM 5520, MATH 3424DescriptionTopics include multicollinearity, dummy variables, stepwise and all-possible regression, and logistic regression, with emphasis on analyzing and modeling business data using statistical softwares. Introduction to multivariate regression.
- ISOM 5570Large-Sample Statistics[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 584, ISMT 584Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5540 and ISOM 5550DescriptionModes of convergence, Lindeberg's central limit theorem, Slutsky's theorems, convergence under transformations and the delta method, projection method. The methods are illustrated with examples in U-statistics, rank statistics, sample survey, time series, kernel density estimation, maximum likelihood estimators and posterior distributions. Asymptotic efficiency. Other topics include large-sample methods based on empirical distribution functions, and the delta method for a differentiable functional.
- ISOM 5700Operations Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 561, ISMT 561Exclusion(s)IELM 5170, IMBA 5110, MTMC 507 (prior to 2010-11)DescriptionIntroduction to management of business processes that produce goods or services: topics include operations strategy, process analysis, queuing systems, inventory management, quality management, process improvement and other important issues.
- ISOM 5710Quality Management[2-0-0:2]Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5700Exclusion(s)IELM 5310 (prior to 2015-16)DescriptionConcepts and strategic importance of quality, organizational aspects, total quality management, six sigma quality, quality and productivity improvement programs, quality costs and economics. Applications in industrial and service sectors.
- ISOM 5720ERP and Enterprise Systems Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 564, ISMT 564Exclusion(s)ISOM 4740DescriptionConcepts and practices of enterprise resource management; enterprise resource planning systems and applications, integrated systems approach to managing major business processes, business information reports and analyses.
- ISOM 5730Global Supply Chain Management[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 567, ISMT 567, ISMT 669GPrerequisite(s)ISOM 5700Exclusion(s)EEMT 5300, MIMT 5330DescriptionSupply chain uncertainty and market fluctuation, information distortion and visibility, supply chain coordination and integration, supply chain incentives, flexibility, and design for supply chain management, supply chain strategies.
- ISOM 5740Managing Financial Services Operations[2-0-0:2]Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5700DescriptionThis course focuses on the products and processes in the financial industries. It analyzes and evaluates the designs and performances of the internal operations and the different distribution channels of the financial institutions, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency. It also covers the issues of quality control and operational risk management, the application of IT in the industry. It will also discuss the automation/outsourcing of the financial operations for non-financial institutions to improve the financial performance and risk management in the supply chain.
- ISOM 5750Demand and Revenue Management[2-0-0:2]Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5700Corequisite(s)ISOM 5810DescriptionThis course covers the tools and principles in tactical pricing and product availability allocation. Topics include price optimization, market segmentation, quantitative models of consumer demand, dynamic pricing, network revenue management, customized pricing, and behavioral issues in revenue management.
- ISOM 5760Operational Mindset - Key to Maximizing Career Potential[1-0-0:1]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 6790BDescriptionOne of the most noticeable gaps in any aspiring leaders as they climb the corporate ladder is the inability to translate strategies into action. In fact, the absence of an operational mindset prevents many from maximizing their potential. This course offers a strategic yet pragmatic peek into the challenges of the corporate world, and demonstrates how an operational mindset is the key to making things happen and getting things done.
- ISOM 5770Business Project Management[2-0-0:2]Exclusion(s)ISOM 5460, MIMT 5350DescriptionThis course covers basic principles and practices of project management. Special emphases are on project planning, scheduling, and control while addressing both the technical and the social aspects of managing business projects.
- ISOM 5780Global Operations Strategy[2-0-0:2]Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5700DescriptionThis course covers topics in aligning strategy to operations, especially in a global context; the impact of operations have on the financial performance of a company, basic casual modeling of strategic operations impact on industrial organizations, the value creation in value chain process and its implication to the operations strategy of an organization.
- ISOM 5800Business Modeling[1-0-0:1]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 580, ISOM 669B, MGMT 650FExclusion(s)ISOM 5810DescriptionThis course is open to all MBA students who need to utilize spreadsheets to create and analyze business models for decision making and/or managerial insights. Practical exercises and case studies are used to illustrate the concepts and practices of business modeling and to build competency in using spreadsheets for advanced applications. Graded P or F.
- ISOM 5810Business Modeling and Optimization[2-0-0:2]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 571, ISMT 571, ISMT 669IExclusion(s)ISOM 5800DescriptionThe science and technology of informed decision making with focus on optimizing business processes. Spreadsheet decision modeling in Excel used throughout. Emphasis on problem formulation, spreadsheet-based solution methods, and managerial insights. Applications to managerial decision problems in diverse industries and functional areas including finance and accounting, human resource, marketing, and operations.
- ISOM 5820OM Best Practices[2-0-0:2]Corequisite(s)ISOM 5700 OR ISOM 5810DescriptionStudents shall study 12 applications in OM that have been judged by peers as being amongst the best in recent years. They will try to understand what the problem was, how it was addressed, how it worked out and attempt to learn what marked it as a success and how portable the practice can be. The principal purpose is to expose students to a wide range of good case histories in order to enhance their repertoire and experience in OM.
- ISOM 6000-6100Special Topics in Information Systems[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 610-611, ISMT 610-611DescriptionStudy of selected areas of information systems and information technology; individual projects and reports.
- ISOM 6350MSc Research Project[2-4 credits]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 696, ISMT 696DescriptionAn independent research project on an IS Management related topic carried out under the supervision of a faculty member.
- ISOM 6390Independent Study in Information Systems[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 695, ISMT 695DescriptionStudy of selected information and systems management issues under the supervision of a faculty member. This course may be repeated for credit. (Special permission from the Associate Dean is required for MBA students to take this course.)
- ISOM 6590Special Topics in Statistics[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 659, ISMT 659DescriptionAdvanced topics of current interest in statistics.
- ISOM 6690Independent Study in Statistics[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 697DescriptionStudy of selected topics in Statistics under the supervision of a faculty member. This course may be repeated for credit. (Special permission from the Associate Dean is required for MBA students to take this course.)
- ISOM 6790Special Topics in Operations Management[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 669, ISMT 669DescriptionAdvanced topics in operations and technology management. Topics vary with recent developments and current interest.
- ISOM 6880Project Study[2 credits]Prerequisite(s)ISOM 5700DescriptionThis course offers a unique opportunity for the students to participate in real business projects and to apply what they have learned in other courses in solving business problems. Student teams will work under faculty supervision to solve global operations management related problems and identify improvement opportunities for both service and manufacturing businesses. They will also gain practical experience in planning and executing a real business project.
- ISOM 6890Independent Study in Operations Management[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 694DescriptionStudy of selected topics in Operations Management under the supervision of a faculty member. This course may be repeated for credit. (Special permission from the Associate Dean is required for MBA students to take this course.)
- ISOM 6990MPhil Thesis ResearchPrevious Course Code(s)ISOM 699, ISMT 699DescriptionMaster's thesis research supervised by a faculty member. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.
- ISOM 7000IS Doctoral Seminar[1-4 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)ISOM 750, ISMT 750DescriptionPresentation and discussions of current research topics in Information Systems for doctoral students. May be graded by letter, P/F for different offerings.
- ISOM 7500OM Doctoral Seminar[1-4 credit(s)]DescriptionPresentation and discussions of current research topics in Operations Management for doctoral students.
- ISOM 7990Doctoral Thesis ResearchPrevious Course Code(s)ISOM 799, ISMT 799DescriptionOriginal and independent doctoral thesis research. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.